Aliysa Patel
Associate, Programs, College and Career Readiness, Educate Texas
Favorite quote
“Do not feel lonely, the entire universe is inside you. Stop acting so small. You are the universe in ecstatic motion.”
Favorite Aspect of CFT
"I enjoy getting insight into the reality of educational systems across our state and making an impact on student outcomes."
Joined CFT
2021
As a programs associate, Aliysa supports operations and project management for the Educate Texas College and Career Readiness School Models team.
Prior to joining CFT, Aliysa worked in school operations at an elementary charter school, and she managed logistics for a nonprofit running youth summer camps across the country.
Aliysa holds a bachelor’s degree in child development from Vanderbilt University, and she’s pursuing a Master’s of Public Administration at Tulane University.
Aliysa’s Favorites
Cause
Educational equity
Local Restaurant
LDU Coffee and Latin Deli
Place to take out-of-towners
Trinity River Audubon Center and the DMA
Activity
Word games, traveling, trying new coffee shops and spending time with her dog
